Upcoming Programs
Come wet your whistle and toast to history with McMulkin’s Irish Stout—a bold and hearty brew inspired by George McMulkin, one of Portage County’s proud Irish immigrants. This fine stout is the latest in the Historic Hometown Series, a collaboration between the Portage County Historical Society and District 1 Brewing Company, bringing the past to life, one pint at a time!
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Join us on St. Patrick’s Day for the first pour and a grand bit of storytelling from PCHS Executive Director John Harry at 6:30 PM, as he shares the tales of the Irish who made their mark on Portage County.
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Expect good company, grand craic, and a beer worthy of your finest toast—no tickets needed, just your thirst for history and a proper pint! Proceeds benefit the Portage County Historical Society. Sláinte!
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Portage County Historical Society (PCHS) is proud to present "Portage County’s HERstory: The Women Who Built Our Community," an engaging history program highlighting the influential women who helped shape Portage County. The event will take place on Monday, March 24, at 7:00 PM at the Commons Nonprofit Community Center (Former Delta Dental building) on Hoover Avenue in Stevens Point.
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This presentation will explore the lives and legacies of notable local women, including Mandana Hale Bliss, the county's first teacher, Carrie Frost, a pioneering entrepreneur in the fly-fishing industry, and more. Attendees will gain a deeper appreciation for the often-overlooked contributions of women in Portage County’s history.
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This program is part of PCHS’s ongoing efforts to recognize and celebrate the role of women in shaping our past and future.
This event is generously sponsored by Paul and Sue Koehl and is presented in partnership with the Women’s Fund of Portage County.